Giannis Antetokounmpo’s brother Thanasis doesn’t usually contribute much on the court. But his presence as a mediator and sounding board to the perennial MVP candidate is still invaluable to the Milwaukee Bucks.
We saw it again Wednesday night.
As Milwaukee battled the Indiana Pacers on the road, something about the game’s action seemed to irk Giannis. He was fuming on the bench, pleading his case. That is until Thanasis came over and placed his hands on his brother’s shoulders, hugged him, and began telling him something in his ear.
Giannis started furious, but he quickly calmed down in this sweet moment between brothers:
Thanasis is always there to calm Giannis down… pic.twitter.com/foGksfvMCN
— Harris Stavrou (@harris_stavrou) March 29, 2023
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Amazing.
Milwaukee prevailed 149-138 on the strength of a 38-point, 17-rebound, 12-assist triple-double from Giannis. Never discount the power of a brother’s understanding. Especially when you’re at the top of the basketball world.
